This author, settled by the sea in Sunderland, explores intricate human relationships and romantic entanglements within her work. Her writing is characterized by a poetic sensibility and a profound understanding of the human psyche. She crafts poetry, teaches craft through non-fiction, and pens a series of novels, with her work often capturing the beauty and melancholy of coastal life. Her dedication to sharing artistry through a podcast underscores her commitment to the literary community.
This poetry collection by Helen Cox showcases her provocative style, blending sharp insights with emotional depth. The poems explore themes of identity, societal norms, and personal experiences, inviting readers to reflect on their own lives. Cox’s unique voice and vivid imagery challenge conventional thinking, making the collection a thought-provoking read for poetry enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
Take a photographic journey into London’s often overlooked advertising history and see how the capital’s businesses of old made use of hand-painted signs to inform, advertise, and appeal to consumers. This intriguing book profiles hand-painted advertising from across the city, and investigates the companies that commissioned the signs that now appear faded—like ghosts—on the brickwork of buildings. It is a snapshot of a time that is almost forgotten, but which lives on through the sometimes haunting presence of ghost signs on the city’s streets. Richly illustrated with over 150 full-color signs, this collection reveals the many varied industries and businesses of London’s past and is a must for all true local historians.